Best friends have their first sleep over and each are equally nervous about being accepted once their real identities are revealed.

Ashanti is discouraged when she goes to school and discovers her name is hard for her teacher to pronounce, and is different from everyone else. She cries to her mom, who explains the rich history behind her name and what makes her name special. Based on a true story from the author's (Ashanti's) real life. Her goal is to encourage those with unique names.

Fatima and her family go on their first camping trip.

A grandfather's love letter to his first grandchild. Not yet available at the Boston Public Library

Read a dad's first words to his newborn and other memorable interactions with a dad.

A young girl describes her best Christmas gift - her first ballet class. Which leads to more events that help her fulfill her dance dreams.

It's Georgie's first day at a new school, and she has so many worries.